1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 560 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Y10 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
