1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia 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 136 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 782 kg more than 1962 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Anglia 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 1962 Ford Anglia. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Anglia | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
