1999 Kia Clarus vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 1999 Kia Clarus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Clarus | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Clarus | Zeta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |