1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 277 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Camaro | Prisma |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |