1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 47 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Luce | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
