2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 198 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 164 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 | 1152 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
