1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 575 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 480 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
