1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (164 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Ypsilon | 924 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
