1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
