2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Kappa | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
