1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
