1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
