1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Kappa | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |