1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Prisma |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |