1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 168 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Prisma | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
