1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Zeta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |