1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |