1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
