1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 700 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1030 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 | 65 L |