1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 119 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 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Kappa | X1 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
