2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2001 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Berlina | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
