1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
