1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 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 10 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Y10 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
