1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 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 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1948 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | 400 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |