1974 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
