1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 8 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
