1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Kappa | 930 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
