1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 97 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Micra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
