1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 1993 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Kappa | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
