1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Prisma | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Prisma | Luce |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |