1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Prisma | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Prisma | Altea |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |