1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Austin Ambassador 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1983 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Ambassador | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
