1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 16 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
