2002 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Y10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
