1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 398 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |