1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Zeta | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
