1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 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 72 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 448 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Kappa | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
