1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 158 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Zodiac | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |