1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Colt |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2834 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
