1991 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
