2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carnival | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
