2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 1983 Lancia Prisma
Make Audi Lancia
Model RS6 Prisma
Year Released 2003 1983
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 67.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L