1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 523 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Neon | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
