1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 19 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 78 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Kappa | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |