2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
Model | i30 | Kappa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |