1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Coupe | Kappa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |