2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
Model | Beetle | Zeta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |