1976 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
