2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | R8 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
