1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | GTA | Prisma |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |