1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 374 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
