2002 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
