2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TSX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
