1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Lancia Prisma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 1966 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
