1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 511 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Prisma | 6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 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 | 954 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |