2005 Audi S4 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 23 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
