2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Commodore | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
