1962 Renault Floride vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Floride 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 Renault Floride. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Floride | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Floride | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
