1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Seat Leon

To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.

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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Lancia Zeta 2006 Seat Leon
Make Lancia Seat
Model Zeta Leon
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1334 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm


 

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