1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 349 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
