2006 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 628 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.
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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
