2008 BMW 118 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 118 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
