1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 7 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 128 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life 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. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Kappa | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |