1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
