1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 2002 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
