1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
