1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 174 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | Type S | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
