2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
