1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 155 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
