2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Cruze | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
