1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Kappa | Siena |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
