1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 148 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 205 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
