1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Kappa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
