2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 258 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 4 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Ypsilon | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
