1997 Honda Today vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Honda Today 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 736 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1994 Lancia Kappa has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Kappa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Today | Kappa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |