1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 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 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |