2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Lancia Zeta. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
