2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 60 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
