1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 323 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, 1987 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Y10 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
