1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 204 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
