1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 27 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 274 kg more than 1983 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 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Prisma | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Prisma | Citi |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 170 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 | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |