1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Giulietta | Zeta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |