1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 2005 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
