1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1984 Nissan Leopard 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 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Leopard | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
