1945 Austin 16 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1945 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 16 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1945 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |