1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
