1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 5 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 576 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Pod |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
