1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
