2006 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RSX | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
