1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
