2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1957 Talbot Lago America 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 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Ypsilon | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
