2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana 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 52 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
