2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 1088 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
