2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Lancia | Marcos |
Model | Ypsilon | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |