1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 750 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
