2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Zeta and 2003 Mazda Roadster were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 542 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lancia Zeta (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
