2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ypsilon | SP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
