2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
