1980 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
