2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 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 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
