1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 461 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Kappa | Midge |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |