1989 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri 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 1 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
