2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
