1997 Kia Joice vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 8 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 435 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.
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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Joice | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
