1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
