2009 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
