1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 26 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 286 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
