1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Kappa | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
