2009 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Fit | Zeta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |