1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Corsair | Prisma |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |