2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
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 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Aveo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
