2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 307 kg more than 1983 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 Honda HR-V (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
