2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Ypsilon | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
