2008 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Kappa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |