1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 5 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 30 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
