1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Zeta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |