1976 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1976 Chrysler Cordoba 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 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Cordoba | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
