1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric 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 83 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
