2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Brera | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
