1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Violet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
