1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 460 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Zeta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2614 mm |
