2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 Crown. 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
