1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
