1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Prisma |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |