1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 464 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prisma | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
