1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
