1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Prisma | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Prisma | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
