1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
