2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
