1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 26 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
