1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1963 Porsche 718
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 718 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Porsche 718.
Because 1963 Porsche 718 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 1963 Porsche 718. 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.
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1987 Lancia Prisma | 1963 Porsche 718 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Prisma | 718 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |