1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 746 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
