1989 Lancia Y10 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Y10 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Y10 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
