1994 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
