1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Kappa | P5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |