1969 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
