1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 815 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK VIII | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |
