2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 35 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | i10 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
