1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 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 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
