1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 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 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | 818 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
