1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Kappa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |