1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
