2009 Audi A5 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A5 | Prisma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |