2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Brera | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
