1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 146 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 174 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
