2001 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Matrix and 2001 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. 2001 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Matrix | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Matrix | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
