2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (85 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 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 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1956 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Ypsilon | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
