1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Lancia Zeta. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
