1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
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 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 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 | 895 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
