1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 466 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Versa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
