1992 Citroen XM vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
