1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 938 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Kappa | Europa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
