1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 571 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Stratos | Kappa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |