1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 30 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 46 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Chevelle | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
