2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
