2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
