1948 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin 16 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 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 16 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
