1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada 2107 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 1987 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2107 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
