1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | 2-Litre | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
