1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
