1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Prisma | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
