1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
