1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 16 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 471 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTV | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
