2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
