1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 64 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
