2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Zeta |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |