1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Zeta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
