2000 Audi TT vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
