1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 144 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M 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 1967 Ford 12 M. 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 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | 12 M | Prisma |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |