2007 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Trevis | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Trevis | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
