2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 694 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Zeta | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
