1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 34 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 155 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
