1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
