2004 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Zeta | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |