1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1974 Ferrari 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 1974 Ferrari 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 (230 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
