2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 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 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | FR-V | Kappa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |