2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Zeta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |