1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Prisma | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 309 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
