1992 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 24 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
