1976 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 556 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
