1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 435 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Prisma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
