1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
