1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Ypsilon | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
