2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
