1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
