1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
