1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prisma | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
