2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1979 Seat 131 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 1979 Seat 131. 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, 1979 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1979 Seat 131 | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Ypsilon | 131 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |