2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 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 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
