1999 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
