1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 1 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 158 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
