1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 478 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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Y10 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
