2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Nubira | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
