1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
