1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 545 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 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 A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
