2001 Acura Integra vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
