1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
