2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 393 kg more than 1999 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
