2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
