1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 14 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Versa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
