2007 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
