1955 Ford Popular vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Prisma |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |