1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Prisma | 204 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
