1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Vedette | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |