2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 455 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
