1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. 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 66 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Zeta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
