1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1954 Austin-Healey 100 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
