2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 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 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
