1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Y10 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Y10 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
