1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 995 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2710 mm |
