1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 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 37 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lancia |
| Model | 204 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
