1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Y10 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
