1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 30 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Prisma | Q3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |