1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, both 1999 Lancia Kappa and 1999 Audi TT were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (174 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 1999 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Kappa | TT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
