2006 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
