1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 112 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Prisma | 356 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
