2004 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,757 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1757 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
