1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Kappa | Venga |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14 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 | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
