1975 Audi 50 vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 50 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
