1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 16 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 Hyundai Lantra (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Lantra | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
