2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 8C Competizione | Zeta |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |