1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Y10 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
