1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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 (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Zeta | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
