1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 124 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
