1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 236 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1998 Lotus Elise. 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Prisma | Elise |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |