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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
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 | 1248 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
