1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Mazda R 360 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 1961 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
