1997 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 1997 Kia Retona and 1998 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Retona | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
