2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Zeta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2004 Lancia Zeta (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
