2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
