1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 11 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), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 305 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lancia | Panoz |
| Model | Kappa | AIV |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 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 | 1485 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 | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
