1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 4 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Beta | Prisma |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |