1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lancia | Panoz |
| Model | Kappa | AIV |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
