1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1979 Lancia Gamma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 348 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
