1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 11 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 83 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 207 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
