1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Zeta | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Zeta | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |