2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 381 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
