1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 14 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. 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, 2010 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Kappa | A1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
