1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 102 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |