1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 3 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 90 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
