1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Maverick | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
