1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Kappa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |