2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 126 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Prisma |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 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 | 1080 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |