1978 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |