1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
