1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa 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 102 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
