2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. 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 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
