2000 Ford Ka vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 11 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ka weights approximately 64 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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
