2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley 4-68 (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley 4-68 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. 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, 1959 Riley 4-68 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4-68 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Lancia | Riley |
Model | Ypsilon | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |