1996 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Zeta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |