1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Gamma | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
