1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
