2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Prisma |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |