2006 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 21 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
