1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1983 Fiat 131 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 1983 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 131 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 131 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |