1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Zeta | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
