1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tempra | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
