1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Altima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
