2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 905 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
