2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 504 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Zeta | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Zeta | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |