1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 22 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
