2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
