1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
