1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
