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Lancia Kappa Coupe (838) 2.4 20V (175 Hp)
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Lancia Kappa:
The Lancia Kappa or Lancia k is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Italian automaker Lancia from August 1994 to July 2000. It seats five passengers and shares its platform with the Alfa Romeo 166. The Kappa was produced with saloon, estate, and coupé body styles. It was only built with left-hand drive and has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
After its debut at the 1994 Paris Auto Show, production reached 117,216 units, over six years. The Kappa was manufactured at the Fiat factory in Tetti Francesi, Rivalta di Torino and was designed by the Centro Stile Lancia in collaboration with the I. DE. A Institute....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe (838) Overview:
Lancia Kappa (Coupe (838)). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1425 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 218 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 20V (175 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a good balance of power and smoothness, making it a solid and capable choice for everyday use and comfortable touring.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its displacement, offering a compromise between the smaller 2.0L and the larger V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and elegant Italian styling
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior
- • Strong performance from turbo engines
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for grand touring
- • Rarity makes it a unique classic
Cons:
- • Potential reliability concerns common to Italian cars of the era
- • Parts availability can be challenging
- • High fuel consumption, especially with larger engines
- • Front-wheel-drive handling limits ultimate sportiness
- • Resale value can be volatile due to niche appeal
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(838: 1994 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Kappa |
| Generation: | Coupe (838) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 20V (175 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 175 Hp @ 6100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.5 Hp/l [120mm less] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 838 A2.000 More details about the engine 838 A2.000 |
| Engine displacement: | 2446 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 8.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 218 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 122.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 161.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1425 |
| Max. weight: | 1965 |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4567 mm mm [120mm less] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Height: | 1432 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm [120mm less] |
| Front track: | 1547 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55R16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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