1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Prisma | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
