1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 167 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Chevelle | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
