1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda RX-3 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 1975 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
