1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 39 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Prisma | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
