1994 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
