2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
