1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 201 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 35 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
