1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Kappa | Exige |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |