1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Zeta | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |