1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 201 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Kappa | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |