1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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. Both 1982 Lancia Prisma and 2003 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
