1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
