1975 Audi 50 vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Y10 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Y10 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Lancia Y10 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 50 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
