2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
