1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 17 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Prisma | Tigra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |