1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Prisma | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
