1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 145 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |