1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 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 155 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
