1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 130 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
