2004 Honda Fit vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 10 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Fit | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
