1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
