1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 6 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
Because 1997 Renault Spider 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 1997 Renault Spider. 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | Spider |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
