1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 37 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2013 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Zeta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
