1979 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
