1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
