1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 215 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 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 | 735 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
