2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,928 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Jazz | Kappa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |