1981 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 32 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
