2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Zeta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
