1997 Lancia K vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | K | ATS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
