1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 23 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 607 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
