2004 Audi A2 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
