1958 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Rover | Lancia |
Model | P4 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |