1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
