2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 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 30 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Zeta | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
