1981 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 30 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 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 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 | 59 L |
