1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 102 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Kappa | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |