1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 224 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. 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 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |