1980 Audi Sport vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Sport | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
