1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 53 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lancia Prisma 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Prisma Corolla
Year Released 1982 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 66 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 46 L