1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Lancia Zeta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Lancia Zeta. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Seville | Zeta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |