1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Kappa | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
