1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Y10 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2639 mm |
