1981 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 18 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
