1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 662 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 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, 2003 Lancia Zeta (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Shuttle | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
