2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
