1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford 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 54 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1970 Morris Oxford 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 1970 Morris Oxford. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Prisma | Oxford |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |