1984 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 107 kg more than 1982 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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
