1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 187 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2003 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Camry | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
