1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
