1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 22 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Y10 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
