1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 21 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1075 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Y10 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
