1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 86 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
