1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Zeta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
