1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 110 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
