1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 29 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 190 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Prisma | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
