1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1400 | Y10 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |