2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
