1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Prisma | 2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |