2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Zeta | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
