1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taunus | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 47 L |
