1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 815 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Kappa | Today |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |