1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1998 Lancia Kappa and 1998 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 403 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Kappa | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |