2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 44 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 980 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 |
