1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona (118 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
