1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Kappa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
