1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Prisma | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |