2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 163 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
