1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 945 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |