1989 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Colt | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Lancia |
| Model | Colt | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
