1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 426 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Falcon | Prisma |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |