1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lancia Prisma | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Prisma | Eclat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |