1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 657 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
