2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 748 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Zeta | Mint |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
