1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 3 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Y10 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
