1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Ford Mustang 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 1999 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 1999 Ford Mustang 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. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Kappa | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
