1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 198 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
