1978 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 12 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 12 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 47 L |
