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 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 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. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
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 | 1984 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
