1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
