2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
