1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 4 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 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 142 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
