1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 725 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Kappa | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
