2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2004 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Alpina | Lancia |
Model | B3 | Prisma |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |