2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
