1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 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 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 250 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
