2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | FR-V | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
