2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ypsilon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
