2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
