2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Zeta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
