2005 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
