2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 668 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 126 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
