1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 214 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
