2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 14 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Mobilio | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
