1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
