2003 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Fit | Prisma |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |