1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 612 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
