1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Prisma | Exeo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2642 mm |