1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 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, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | 11 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
