1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
