1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 226 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Lantra | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
