1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 14 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Cube |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |