2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | 616 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
