2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
