2003 Tata Safari vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta. 2004 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Tata | Lancia |
| Model | Safari | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
