1999 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Insight | Zeta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |