2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Zeta | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
