2006 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
