1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Super 5 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
