1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor.
Because 1960 Morris Minor 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 1960 Morris Minor. 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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Y10 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |
