1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
