1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 284 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Micra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
