2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
