2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Ypsilon | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
