2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 8 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, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Zeta | 123 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
