1999 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
