1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 15 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. Both 1996 Lancia Kappa and 2011 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Kappa | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
