1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 234 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Prisma |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |