2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
