1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 566 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 106 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
