1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
