1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
