1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
