1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1996 Reliant Scimitar 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 1996 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Prisma | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lancia | Reliant |
| Model | Prisma | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
