1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 689 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise 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 2011 Lotus Elise. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Zeta | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |