2008 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Audi A4 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
