1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 11 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 69 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 1007. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
