1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Prisma | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
