2010 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. Both 2010 Fiat Stilo and 2003 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2003 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
