1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 201 kg more 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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Y10 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
