1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Minor 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Prisma | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Prisma | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
