2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Prisma |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 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 | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |