2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 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 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1415 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
