1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Zeta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
