1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
