1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. 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 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Prisma | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
