1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
