1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 745 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Festiva | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
