1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 341 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Prisma | Fregate |
Year Released | 1982 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |