1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Prisma | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 22 L |
