1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 208 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Prisma | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1867 mm |
