2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
Because 2003 TVR Griffith 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 2003 TVR Griffith. 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Zeta | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
