1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 26 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 980 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 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Prisma | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |