1999 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. Both 1999 Lancia Ypsilon and 1965 Renault Floride are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Ypsilon (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Renault Floride (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Ypsilon | 1965 Renault Floride | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Ypsilon | Floride |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |