2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 79 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 56 L |
