1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. 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 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Supra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
