1995 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2002 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
