2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
