1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Prisma | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |