2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 11 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 99 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Zeta | Nano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
