1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Kappa | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |