1984 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1984 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 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Prisma | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
