1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Prisma | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Prisma | Flavia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |