1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
