1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1997 Lancia Kappa and 1986 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
