1997 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,928 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
