1972 Ford Torino vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 261 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Torino | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
