1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Y10 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
