1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
