1957 Ford 17M vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1957 Ford 17M 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 1957 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17M | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
