1981 Audi 80 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 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | 80 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |