1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Zeta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |