1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Zeta | TSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2708 mm |
