1957 Ford Popular vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. 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 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Popular | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2170 mm |
