2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
