1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 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 105 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
