2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 98 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.
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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
