2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
