1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
