1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Coupe and 1998 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
