1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
