1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 13 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
