1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 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 43 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 780 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Zeta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
