1986 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
