1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 390 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
