1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
