1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 239 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prisma | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
