1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Prisma | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
