1991 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1991 Lancia Delta and 1996 Lancia Kappa are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
