1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 25 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Micra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
