1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
