2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 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 1960 Seat 600. 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
