2009 Lada 110 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 13 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Lada 110. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 110 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 110 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
