1970 Audi Variant vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
