2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Zeta | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |
