1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Y10 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
