1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 254 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Zephyr | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
