1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Prisma | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
