1977 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 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.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
