1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 80 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Wartburg | Lancia |
| Model | 312 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
