1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Morgan | Lancia |
| Model | Plus 4 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
