2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 101 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Prisma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |