2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Kappa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |