1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 2200 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |