1967 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 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 (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Renault 10 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 1967 Renault 10. 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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 10 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
