1970 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino 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 24 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
