1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Prisma | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |