2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S-MX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
