1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1978 Lancia Gamma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 56 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Berline | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
