1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Corsa | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
