2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
