1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Carina | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
