1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Espada 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 Lamborghini Espada. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Espada | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
