1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion 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 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Centurion | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
