1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
