1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 1959 Cadillac 62. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
