1954 Ford Popular vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 585 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Gamma |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |