2002 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Aceca | Prisma |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |