1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Zeta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |