2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
