1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Y10 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2911 mm |
