2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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 (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S2000 | Kappa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |