1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 76 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Zeta | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Zeta | Panda |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |