1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 17 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 182 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL 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 1999 Mahindra CL. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Prisma | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
