1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Avanti | Lancia |
Model | Avanti | Kappa |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |