1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
