2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 86 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 685 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Zeta | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
