1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1989 Lancia Delta and 2001 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 309 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta. 2001 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
