2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 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. Both 2003 Lancia Zeta and 2010 Fiat Stilo are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Zeta | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
