1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 21 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Chevelle | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
