1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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. Both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 2011 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 112 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
