1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. Both 1999 Lancia Kappa and 1997 Lancia K are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 1997 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | K |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
