2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Ypsilon | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
