1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Zeta |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |