1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1985 Lancia Y10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
