1991 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
