1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Zeta | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Zeta | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |