1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1952 Fiat 1400 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 1952 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
