1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
