1972 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Gamma |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |