1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Y10 | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
