1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
