1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra 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 21 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 439 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Zeta | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
