1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 170 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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
