2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
