1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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1998 Lancia Kappa 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Lancia Volkswagen
Model Kappa Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1998 1962
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2451 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 7.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L