2003 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 AC Aceca 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 2003 AC Aceca. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
