2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 20 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2123 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
