1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
