1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 79 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prisma | Spark |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |
