1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 400 and 1982 Lancia Prisma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 782 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 1982 Ferrari 400 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 1982 Ferrari 400. 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 400 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |