1995 Acura Legend vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta

To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta.

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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Zeta. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 1999 Lancia Zeta
Make Acura Lancia
Model Legend Zeta
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2830 mm


 

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