1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Zeta | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |