1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, both 1987 Dodge Colt and 1987 Lancia Prisma were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Colt | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Colt | Prisma |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |