2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
