1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Kappa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
