1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Avanti | Lancia |
Model | Avanti | Zeta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |